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psilosis

/saɪˈləʊ.sɪs/

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noun

/saɪˈləʊ.sɪs/C2formalmedical
  • ruМедицинский термин, обозначающий хроническое расстройство всасывания питательных веществ, характеризующееся зловонной диареей и истощением, или, альтернативно, состояние выпадения волос.

A medical term referring to a chronic disorder affecting nutrient absorption, characterized by foul-smelling diarrhea and emaciation, or alternatively, the condition of hair loss.

uncountable

  1. Tropical sprueC2formalmedical

    A chronic disorder occurring in tropical and non-tropical forms, characterized by poor nutrient absorption, foul-smelling diarrhea, and emaciation.

    ruТропическая спру

    • The patient was diagnosed with psilosis after months of unexplained weight loss.
    • Psilosis often leads to severe vitamin deficiencies if left untreated.
    • Treatment for psilosis includes dietary changes and antibiotics.

    Synonymsspruetropical sprue

  2. Hair lossC2formalmedical

    The condition of losing hair from the scalp or body.

    ruВыпадение волос

    • Psilosis can be a distressing symptom for many patients.
    • The doctor examined the pattern of psilosis on the patient's scalp.
    • Certain medications may cause psilosis as a side effect.

    Synonymsalopeciabaldness

    Antonymshairiness